Open Educational Resources (OER) Empower Students, Inspire Professors
“At the top of a university organizational chart, you’ll typically find the name of the president or the board of directors,” explains Goodwin University’s provost, Danielle Wilken. “At the top of Goodwin’s chart, you’ll find students. Everything we do is … Continue reading Open Educational Resources (OER) Empower Students, Inspire Professors
Mortuary Science Degree Requirements: What is Needed for this Career?
Are you considering a degree in mortuary science? If you are looking for a unique, out-of-the-ordinary career that involves helping others, you may be perfect for this field. The role of a funeral director can be intimidating to those unfamiliar … Continue reading Mortuary Science Degree Requirements: What is Needed for this Career?
Timothy’s Story: From CTRA pupil to “paging Dr. Mason…”
Timothy Mason grew up in an Eastern Connecticut town with over 150 active farms. Although his hometown boasts green pastures, red farm homes, and the many colors of an agricultural history, Timothy found life there to be a bit “monochromatic.” … Continue reading Timothy’s Story: From CTRA pupil to “paging Dr. Mason…”
What is Epidemiology?
The field of epidemiology has never been more valuable to our communities than it has since COVID-19. When we talk about the heroes and front line workers working tirelessly to keep us safe, epidemiologists are, without a doubt, a part … Continue reading What is Epidemiology?
Bibi’s Story: Hardship to Happiness
Rising from Hardship, Remaining Hopeful, and Reaching for Happiness: How I helped lift my family out of poverty and pursued my professional passions By Bricherland “Bibi” Quinones For as long as I can remember, my mother told me that my … Continue reading Bibi’s Story: Hardship to Happiness
What You Can Do with a Community Health Degree
Communities all over the world are confronted with health risks, and we are not just talking about the current COVID-19 pandemic. Across the globe, communities are facing threats like air pollution, obesity, malnutrition, natural disasters, drug overdoses, and chronic disease … Continue reading What You Can Do with a Community Health Degree
What are the Fundamentals of Nursing?
If you desire a career that involves helping the sick or injured, registered nursing may be your calling. Becoming a registered nurse (RN) is a challenging but rewarding path. Every moment of your workday is devoted to helping your patients. … Continue reading What are the Fundamentals of Nursing?
Taylor’s Story: Popping the Bubble to Pursue her Dreams
Popping the Bubble to Pursue her Dreams: How CTRA Scholar Taylor Marchand Took Control of Her Career Destiny Taylor Marchand was “the weird tomboy girl who wasn’t afraid of spiders or bugs” growing up, and she found it challenging to … Continue reading Taylor’s Story: Popping the Bubble to Pursue her Dreams
Beautiful People Do Not Just Happen: Embracing Empathy in Leadership
Beautiful People Do Not Just Happen: Embracing Empathy in Leadership By Dr. Sandi Coyne-Gilbert, MBA, DM The COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 quickly prompted a global disruption in many of our daily lives. Activities and events continue to pause, and various … Continue reading Beautiful People Do Not Just Happen: Embracing Empathy in Leadership
What Does an Emergency Management Director Do?
Doesn’t it seem like the world is in a constant state of emergency these days? Between the COVID-19 pandemic, wildfires decimating the great American West, and political unrest in many democracies, it can certainly feel that way. The emergencies are … Continue reading What Does an Emergency Management Director Do?
Why Study Respiratory Therapy?
You want a great job in healthcare, and you want to make a real difference with your career. Respiratory therapy may be the perfect role for you. Across the country, the number of Respiratory Therapist (RT) positions is expected to … Continue reading Why Study Respiratory Therapy?
Critical Skills for the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Fields
Code 1: Critical Skills for the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Fields by Dr. Kim Myers and Professor Jennifer Feitel The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Handbook predicts an increase of 5% in jobs for police and detectives by 2029. … Continue reading Critical Skills for the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Fields
What Can I Do with a Master’s in Management and Leadership?
Effective leaders and managers are imperative for organizations to grow and sustain successfully. They inspire, set direction, and guide the people they are managing to help achieve the larger visions of an organization. Do you have goals of taking on … Continue reading What Can I Do with a Master’s in Management and Leadership?
How to Graduate College Early (as a Goodwin Student)
Is it possible to graduate college early, or faster than the average student? Find out! College is often a key prerequisite for achieving long-term success. It can lead to great career outcomes, high earning potential, and advancement opportunities in life. … Continue reading How to Graduate College Early (as a Goodwin Student)
Why Educators Must Understand Early Childhood Development
If you love children, you may be thinking about pursuing a career in early childhood education. You may already know that young children’s brains are like little sponges. The first eight years of a child’s life are known as the … Continue reading Why Educators Must Understand Early Childhood Development
What Does a Quality Assurance Manager Do?
Every day, we are surrounded by a diversity of manufactured goods. Laptops and headphones. Cars and roadways. Kitchen appliances, medical devices, and entertainment systems. We can thank all the dedicated manufacturing workers out there who bring these products to life. … Continue reading What Does a Quality Assurance Manager Do?
5 Medical Careers that Don’t Involve Blood!
Many people dream of helping others, of becoming caregivers, of making a difference in medicine. At the same time, however, many people also cannot stand the sight of blood! If you aspire to become a healthcare professional but are somewhat … Continue reading 5 Medical Careers that Don’t Involve Blood!
Becoming an RN? Here’s What You Should Know Before Getting Started
Are you interested in making a difference in the healthcare world? Do you want to work with patients one-on-one, helping them overcome illness and injury? You may be meant to become a registered nurse (RN). Nursing is an incredibly challenging, … Continue reading Becoming an RN? Here’s What You Should Know Before Getting Started